Situation in Russia
Mr. Smith, author of The Russians and The New Russians, discussed the current struggle in Russia between members of the Parliament and… read more
Mr. Smith, author of The Russians and The New Russians, discussed the current struggle in Russia between members of the Parliament and Russian President Boris Yeltsen. He briefly noted the history of Russian style of leadership and then took callers questions. Callers asked about the impact on the areas of Russia far removed from Moscow, how long President Clinton will continue to support Yeltsin, whether Russians are being mislead on Democracy and possible dissolution of Russia by the Slavic and Muslim states from the old Soviet system. close
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